Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville’s Annual Arts Awards Gala
Jacksonville – The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville (CCGJ) will host its 49th Annual Arts Awards powered by Decca Live on May 9, 2026, at Decca Live from 6:30 – 10pm. The highly anticipated event honors individuals, organizations and philanthropists that fuel Jacksonville’s creative economy.
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